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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Administrator - **Company:** MAGID GLOVE & SAFETY MANUFACTURING CO, LLC - **Location:** Romeoville, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $84,000.0 - $109,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Software Documentation, Cyber Security, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Desktop Environments, Monitoring of Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Software, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, Windows PowerShell, Microsoft SharePoint, VMware Virtualization, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology, HMI Screens, Data Management, User Accounts - **Published:** June 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0a1ef50e8ac8916c ## About the Role Do you have experience in Manufacturing facility?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field preferred; an associate's degree or relevant technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA, Microsoft) may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree. * 5+ years of IT experience, with at least 2+ years supporting systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment. * Experience with Microsoft SCCM or similar device management tools. * Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to support IT needs on the plant floor. * Communicate effectively with plant supervisors, operators, and office staff to provide clear status updates on incidents or planned maintenance. * Assist in identifying and implementing improvements to system reliability and efficiency. * Follow company change management and incident response procedures to minimize disruption to operations. * Maintain awareness of how IT systems impact plant production and supply chain processes. * Strong experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 administration. * Experience with VMware virtualization and basic enterprise storage maintenance. * Working knowledge of PowerShell scripting and automation. * Familiarity with networked industrial devices and manufacturing IT (SCADA, MES, PLCs, or HMI systems) is a plus. * Basic understanding of Linux is helpful but not required. * Awareness of IT security practices, access control, and endpoint protection. * Effective communication skills to work with both technical and non-technical users. * Ability to prioritize and respond quickly in time-sensitive production environments. * Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills. * Initiative-taking and dependable; able to work independently and within a team. * Customer-focused with an initiative-taking approach to system issues. ## Description * Administer and support core Microsoft technologies, including: + Office 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams) + Windows Server (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy) + Windows 10/11 desktop environments * Provide IT support for manufacturing systems, including: + Plant-floor PCs, and specialized equipment software + Industrial workstations and barcode systems + Networked printers, label printers, and scanners * Manage and support VMware virtualization platforms and enterprise storage systems. * Monitor system performance and availability of IT systems used in both office and production environments. * Ensure up time for mission-critical manufacturing systems; respond quickly to system alerts and outages. * Coordinate and perform system patches, updates, and security fixes. * Administer user accounts, role-based access controls, and security policies. * Provide Tier 2 support and escalate issues as needed. 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